James Smyth SJ RIP: Friend of the poor
September 6, 2023
Fr Jim Smyth SJ, died on 31 August.
Aged 95 he had a remarkable life long involvement with those on the margins of inner city Dublin
Fr Jim Smyth SJ, died on 31 August.
Aged 95 he had a remarkable life long involvement with those on the margins of inner city Dublin
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